Bank of England Lowers Interest Rates Amid Economic Uncertainty
The Bank of England has announced a further reduction in interest rates, cutting them by a quarter of a percentage point to 4.5%. This decision…
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All the latest hospitality news for pubs, bars, clubs, restaurants and hotels in the UK hospitality sector and licensed on-trade industry.
Boxpark Shoreditch Secures Extended Lease Until September 2025
Boxpark’s Shoreditch venue has received a lease extension, allowing it to continue operating until the end of September 2025. The extension was granted following strong…
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Young Risotto Chef Of The Year Competition Opens For Entry
Riso Gallo’s UK & Ireland 2025 Young Risotto Chef of the Year competition has officially opened for entries. Aimed at young student chefs aged 17-23…
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The Great British Beer Festival Winter And Mr. Porky Scratchings – The Perfect Partnership!
We are thrilled to announce that Mr. Porky will be the proud glass sponsor of this year’s Great British Beer Festival Winter 2025 at the…
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Bridget Brings the Sunshine back to The Sun Inn, Coate
Arkell’s Brewery has announced the appointment of Bridget Kearney as the new landlady of The Sun Inn, Coate. A seasoned professional with years of experience…
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Restaurants Feed London Is Back And Aiming To Be Bigger Than Ever
The Felix Project, London’s largest food redistribution charity, is today launching its annual Restaurants Feed London campaign. The campaign is calling on restaurants across the…
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Mayor Launches Independent New Nightlife Taskforce To Help Support Capital’s Life At Night
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has revealed the members of a new independent Nightlife Taskforce that has been created to help support the capital’s…
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Jennings Brewery To Return To Brewing In Cockermouth Under New Ownership
The historic Jennings Brewery located in Cockermouth, Cumbria, has been acquired by two local business owners and entrepreneurs. The acquisition of the brewery for an…
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2025 Splendid Awards Celebrate Outstanding People Achievements
Splendid Hospitality Group (SHG) hosted the 2025 Splendid Awards – its annual event to celebrate the brilliance of team members across the company’s portfolio of…
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Brakspear Takes Top Spot In National Survey Of Licensees
Brakspear has been named the best pub operator in an annual survey of pub tenants and lessees in the UK. In The Licensee Index by…
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Hospitality Industry in Crisis: Night-Time Czar Demands Government Action
One of Labour’s top business supporters has issued a stark warning to chancellor Rachel Reeves that her Budget will cripple businesses and lead to swathes…
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Punch Pubs & Co acquires the Bull, Ilchester
Pub company Punch Pubs & Co has added to its growing portfolio with the acquisition of The Bull pub in Ilchester, Somerset. The traditional wet-led…
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Calls to Exempt Children from Visitor Levy to “Protect Family Holidays”
Ahead of its appearance before the Senedd’s Finance Committee today [Wednesday 5 February], UKHospitality Cymru is warning of the impact on family holidays to Wales…
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Southampton Pub Receives Transformational £240,000 Makeover
The Bricklayers Arms on Wimpson Lane in Southampton reopened last Friday 31st January following a major investment of over £240,000. The pub is part of…
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Company Of Cooks Cements Its Position In The City
Company of Cooks has extended its partnerships with all the Livery venues in its portfolio, securing over £18million in retained business in the City. The…
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